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Prince Harrywas back in a helicopter early Thursday.
Harry, 33, flew into a marines’ base in southern England to meet some new recruits undergoing training.
The new Duke of Sussex — who flew Apache helicopters in Afghanistan — arrived at the base in Lympstone in a Royal Navy Wildcat Maritime Attack aircraft around 10 a.m. local time on Thursday.
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It marked the first time he’s visited the Royal Marines Commando Training Centre since he became captain general of the marines — taking over for his grandfatherPrince Philipin December 2017.
Harry received a ceremonial welcome, then met recruits at the gym and on an assault course.
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Kensington Palace shared a video of recruits completing “the Commando court, including the ‘rope regain’ assault course.” The palace noted, “The @RoyalMarines, which can trace its origin back to 1664, is the UK’s elite amphibious fighting force.”
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A keen promoter of support for both serving and former armed forces members, Harry also learned about the services on offer for the marines. This includes a rehabilitation center and a family chat group called “Who Let The Dads Out.”
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The team of four ex-service personnel, including two former Marines Steve McCulley and Paul Vice MC, and two professional drivers, have their last race meeting of the season next week.
source: people.com
